Illustration & Visual Narrative: Exercise 1 (Vormator Character)

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Illustration & Visual Narrative: Exercise 1 (Vormator Character)

We were asked to design a character based on the shapes given by us. We were given a set of rules on how to use these shapes. Using Adobe Illustrator, we traced the shape according to the image given below (Figure 1.1). 



Figure 1.1: Shapes for Vormator Character


Drafting Process:

Personally, I found it hard to brainstorm a character design. Initially, I wanted to make a character that resembles an owl or a bird (Figure 1.2). However, I found that the character was a bit creepy and I was not happy with the work that I put together. So I decided to design another character.




Figure 1.2: Owl Vormator Character


I decided to make a racoon inspired mermaid. I found it hard to figure out how the tail should be as I wanted my character to stand out instead of looking like a normal mermaid. So, I decided to play around with the tail and decided to put it sideways (Figure 1.3).


Figure 1.3: Racoon-mermaid Side Tail Draft


After playing around, I realised that it looked really weird and came up with a bottom part of the racoon-mermaid and give it several tails. I was inspired by the mythical creature; the nine-tailed fox, and decided to incorporate that into my character (Figure 1.4).



Figure 1.4: Racoon-mermaid with Nine Tails Draft


After colouring the character, I showed to Mr Hafiz, and he told me to be mindful of the body proportion and have the hands attached instead of floating. I have taken the advice and adjusted the body proportions (Figure 1.5).



Figure 1.5: Racoon-mermaid with Colours


Final Design:

Once I was satisfied with the final character design, I decided to add a bit of texture and shadows that we have learned from Mr Hafiz (Figure 2).



Figure 2: Final Design of Vormator Character.
















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